What You Need to Know when Subject to a Public Inquiry

This Factsheet is in collaboration with McCann FitzGerald LLP

This factsheet explores how public inquiries are triggered in Ireland, the legal frameworks that govern them, and the different forms they may take between tribunals, commissions, inspections and parliamentary inquiries. It outlines what organisations, directors and individuals can expect when involved, covering evidence gathering, risk assessment, legal rights, and practical early steps. It also highlights how to manage obligations and protect position while addressing media scrutiny, costs, timelines, and potential outcomes and recommendations.

About McCann FitzGerald LLP

With around 600 people, including c.450 lawyers and professional staff, McCann FitzGerald are one of Ireland’s premier law firms. They are consistently recognised as being the market leader in many practice areas and are endorsed by clients and market commentators alike. Headquartered in Dublin, they have overseas offices in London, New York and Brussels. They provide a full range of legal services, primarily to commercial, industrial and financial services companies. Their clients include international corporations, major domestic businesses and emerging Irish companies. They also have many clients in the State and semi-State sector.